The Adventures of Mark Twain

The Adventures of Mark Twain

Where dreams become reality.

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Release Date

3/1/1985

Runtime

86 mins

Overview

Based on elements from the stories of Mark Twain, this feature-length Claymation fantasy follows the adventures of Tom Sawyer, Becky Thatcher and Huck Finn as they stowaway aboard the interplanetary balloon of Mark Twain. Twain, disgusted with the human race, is intent upon finding Halley's Comet and crashing into it, achieving his "destiny." It's up to Tom, Becky, and Huck to convince him that his judgment is wrong and that he still has much to offer humanity that might make a difference. Their efforts aren't just charitable; if they fail, they will share Twain's fate. Along the way, they use a magical time portal to get a detailed overview of the Twain philosophy, observing the "historical" events that inspired his works.

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

$1,500,000

Revenue

$849,915

Homepage

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A visually enchanting claymation odyssey that pairs quirky adventure with philosophical weight, part cosmic fantasy, part meditation on whether life is worth living. It's a film that trusts children to engage with both wonder and existential despair.

Mood

WhimsicalMelancholicHopeful

Themes

RedemptionFriendshipMortalityArt and creation

Tone

Earnest

Pacing

Steady

Look

Stop-motionStylized genrePainterly

Structure

Framed flashback

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